Through extensive ethnographic fieldwork in Alasha, Thomas White examines the impact of state environmentalism on ethnic Mongol pastoralists and their livestock. The book highlights how policies like grazing bans and resettlement have reshaped their traditional lifestyles. By analyzing the interplay between human and animal lives within the context of China's environmental initiatives, it offers valuable insights into political anthropology, animal studies, and political ecology, shedding light on the complexities at the margins of the nation-state.
Thomas White Ordine dei libri (cronologico)
Thomas White si addentra nella ricca storia e nel folklore della Pennsylvania, portando alla luce racconti dimenticati e leggende locali. Il suo lavoro si concentra sulla storia culturale americana, attingendo alla sua esperienza nella public history. White esplora gli aspetti affascinanti e spesso trascurati del patrimonio della regione, offrendo ai lettori narrazioni avvincenti sull'area.
Forgotten Tales of Pittsburgh
- 162pagine
- 6 ore di lettura
Exploring the peculiar and often bizarre history of Pittsburgh, the book uncovers a collection of strange yet true tales. From the misadventures of Lewis and Clark to Nikola Tesla's death ray, these stories highlight the city's rich and unusual past. Notable events include a lion attack in 1907, mysterious spontaneous combustion deaths, rumors of Jack the Ripper's presence, and a dramatic rescue of an umpire by Pirates players from an angry mob. Local author Thomas White brings these forgotten narratives to life, showcasing Pittsburgh's unique character.
In San Francisco wird die übel zugerichtete, in zwei Teile gerissene Leiche eines Mannes gefunden. Bei seinen Ermittlungen stößt Detective Clemson Yao auf die Spur eines äußerst gefährlichen Psychopathen, der offenbar gnadenlos Rache an allen nimmt, die ihn in der Vergangenheit gedemütigt haben. Und nun ist der Wahnsinnige in den Besitz eines Fläschchens mit einer hochgiftigen Substanz gelangt … Ein adrenalingesättigter Thriller für die Fans von Thomas Harris und Karin Slaughter.